The journey all began with an Iceland elopement amidst the mystic beauty of nature. From there, I began traveling alone and found my spirit soaring high above the mountains and swaying with the ocean waves. Travel became more than just about exploring earthly wonders, but venturing into the uncharted territories of self. The post Iceland • Becoming an Adventure Elopement Photographer appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

As author and photographer, Julie Crawford takes you on her adventurous journey through the path of self-discovery. Fueled by lyrical verses, Mother Nature’s churches, and undeniably fated interactions with kindred spirits, she wanders throughout her inner wilderness mapping out roads that connect mind, body, and soul. The post Tuesdays, Heartbreaks, and Soulmates | poetry & photography appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Déja Imani and Jessie renewed their wedding vows at Clingmans Dome, the highest point in Tennessee, to symbolize the highest Self they both represent today. We started and finished their elopement experience in a yurt at Roamstead campground spending quality time together and focusing on the intimacy of their connection. The post Roamstead Elopement | glamping in the smoky mountains appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Get a photographer team who will camp all night with high winds and sleet in 30 degree temperature just to be the first ones on the mountain for your surprise proposal as dawn paints the sky. We planned the experience with one main goal (besides her saying yes)… keeping the moment an actual surprise! The post Surprise Proposal | camping in the wilderness for a sunrise engagement appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Savage Gulf State Natural Area, on the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee, is beautifully jaw-dropping and has short trails to get both mountain views and waterfalls. We began the adventure by hiking down into the gorge at Greeter Falls and ended the experience on the cliffs of the Stone Door Trail. The post Savage Gulf State Park | adventure engagement session appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Lindsay was attracted to my style because of the emotional depth the photos provoke within yourself. They make you feel something real. Connection. The intentional carried well into the vision for her destination wedding. The day never had a "theme" but rather she said it encased a whole vibe: dark, moody, and sexy. The post The Trillium Venue | destination wedding in the smoky mountains appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Preface pages ix-xi Eight years, I have lived an empowering and adventurous journey, navigating the depths of my soul, to find create the absolute favorite version of my authentic self. The path has not been an easy one by any means, but it has been the most rewarding experience beyond anything I had ever imagined […] The post Preface to My Book | Tuesdays, Heartbreaks, and Soulmates appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Adventure Elopement in the Blue Ridge Mountains S + N started out their full day elopement at Hawk’s Nest Retreat in Sapphire, North Carolina. The VRBO rental offers a spacious living areas, private access to the woods and river that runs through the property, and is pet friendly. The cabin was the perfect place for […] The post Mountain Elopement at Black Balsam Knob in North Carolina appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Full day elopement hiking a 2.5-mile out-and-back trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains followed by dinner & drinks in Asheville, North Carolina at Sierra Nevada Brewery. The post Hiking Elopement in Blue Ridge Mountains | Asheville, North Carolina appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more

Tuesdays, Heartbreaks, and Soulmates is the adventurous journey to self-discovery expressed through poetry and photography as a guide to the kind of love that brings *you* home. In addition to sharing the preface featured in the book, I invite you to dive deep into the Artist’s Diary as expand on some of the stories that live within the pages. The post Preface to My Book | Tuesdays, Heartbreaks, and Soulmates appeared first on Magnolia + Ember | Adventure Elopement Photographer ..read more